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Caterpillar Machine Power Shift Pressure Test by CAT ET 2024A

CAT ET 2024A Power Shift Pressure Test function checks whether that the proportional reducing valve is activating with a current signal from the controller. This function also allows the power shift pressure signal to remain constant at a desired pressure level. The constant power shift pressure signal is necessary to allow testing and adjusting procedures to be performed to line relief valves.   Related Contents: Cat ET 2024A CAT SIS 2021 Cat Adapter 3 Accessing To access the diagnostic test, select “Diagnostics” from the Service menu, and then select the desired test from the submenu. Note: The Diagnostic Test Status box is displayed after each component has been tested or when the Cancel button has been selected in the diagnostic test screen. The status results are displayed as “Success,” "Pending," "Failed," or "Cancelled".   Screen Layout The diagnostic test screen consists of the following areas:   Status Parameter Area The status parameter area lis...

How to Use CAT ET Override Parameters Function?

Caterpillar ET 2024A Override Parameters function allows the Value and Mode of the override parameter to be viewed and changed. This function puts parameters in and out of override mode. The parameters that are changed to override mode stay in this mode until they are disabled in the Override Parameters screen or until the ECM is turned off. When the ECM is turned off or a different service tool function is accessed, the ECM parameters are reset back to their normal settings.   Related Contents: Cat ET 2024A CAT SIS 2021 Cat Adapter 3 Accessing To run the Override Parameters function, select ‘Diagnostic Tests” from the Diagnostics menu, and then select “Override Parameters” from the submenu. The Override Parameters screen is displayed.

How to Use CAT ET to Check Caterpillar Machine Misfire?

CAT ET 2024A Misfire Detection function is used to determine if a single cylinder is misfiring through the use of a graphical display of a specific parameter for the selected cylinder. This selected parameter is dependent upon the engine and what parameter can best display whether a cylinder is misfiring.    Related Contents: Cat ET 2024A CAT SIS 2021 Cat Adapter 3   Accessing To run the Misfire Detection function, select “Diagnostic Tests” from the Diagnostics menu, and then select “Misfire Detection” from the submenu. The Misfire Detection screen is displayed. Screen Layout The Misfire Detection screen has the following areas:   Cylinder Selection Area The Misfire Detection cylinder drop-down lists the different cylinder numbers available. Selecting a new cylinder number causes the graph to redraw.   Graph Area The time in seconds (default 30 second intervals) is displayed on the X-axis, and the graphed parameter for the selected cylinder is displayed on the ...

Caterpillar Injection Actuation Pressure Test

Cat ET 2024A Injection Actuation Pressure Test function checks for leaks on all hydraulic components. This test allows the user to change the desired pressure and then view the actual pressure results.  Related Contents: Caterpillar ET 2023C 2019C 2018A Electronic Technician Software Free Download CAT Adapter 3 ET4 478-0235 High Quality Diagnostic Adapter Caterpillar SIS 2021 2019 2018 Full EPC+Service Manual Free Download   Caterpillar 18 digits factory password calculator

Caterpillar Compression Brake Solenoid Test Guide

Caterpillar Compression Brake Solenoid Test function allows brake wiring or solenoid problems to be identified when the engine is not running. This test does not verify proper brake valve actuation.   Related Contents: Caterpillar ET 2023C 2019C 2018A Electronic Technician Software Free Download CAT Adapter 3 ET4 478-0235 High Quality Diagnostic Adapter Caterpillar SIS 2021 2019 2018 Full EPC+Service Manual Free Download Caterpillar 18 digits factory password calculator Accessing To run the Compression Brake Solenoid Test function: Select “Diagnostic Tests” from the Diagnostics menu, and then select “Compression Brake Solenoid Test” from the submenu. The Compression Brake Solenoid Test screen is displayed. Screen Layout The Compression Brake Solenoid Test screen has the following areas: Tree Area The Injector Solenoid Test Tree area lists the available ECMs and the selected diagnostic test. Note: If more than one diagnostic test is available, the selected test will be highlighted. ...

How to Use Caterpillar ET to Viewing Logged Diagnostic Codes

The Logged Diagnostic Codes function provides a list of diagnostic codes logged by the ECM. These codes are similar to the active diagnostic codes, except that the codes displayed have been logged over time rather as they occur.    Related Contents: Caterpillar ET 2023C 2019C 2018A Electronic Technician Software Free Download CAT Adapter 3 ET4 478-0235 High Quality Diagnostic Adapter Caterpillar SIS 2021 2019 2018 Full EPC+Service Manual Free Download Caterpillar 18 digits factory password calculator   Accessing To run the Logged Diagnostic Codes function, select “Logged Diagnostic Codes” from the Diagnostics menu; push the F4 key (If the default function keys are set); click the Logged Diagnostic Codes icon on the toolbar (if the default is set) .   Screen Layout The Logged Diagnostic Codes screen has the following areas: Display Area The display area includes the following columns: Code – numbers used to identify the diagnostic codes. Description – brief explanatio...

How to Install CAT ET Diagnostic Software from CD-ROM

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Caterpillar ET diagnostic software installation procedure described below is for Cat Electronic Technician. The installation program is designed to run under Microsoft Windows.  The installation requires one (1) Install CD-ROM or go to the Dealer.cat.com/catet to download the latest version. This process will upgrade the current service tool and preserve files previously created in the service tool, such as defined Status Groups or service tool report documents. NOTE: While the installation will run from a server or over a network, the service tool will not. NOTE: To install the service tool administrative rights on the computer system are required.